Directs and conducts the activities of the hospital's child care center in accordance with established hospital policies. Recommends changes to improve child care program and reviews ongoing activities. May function as a liaison between the hospital and local community to ensure the program meets community needs. May require an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. Typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. Typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience.